Payroll & Benefits Specialists
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Payroll & Benefits Manager
Following continued growth of the Jensten Group we are seeking to recruit an experience payroll professional to manage the end-to-end payroll process in a seamless and compliant manner for circa 1000 employees and growing; whilst also being the go-to contact for benefit administration, combining the two where appropriate.
You will lead the monthly and annual payroll process ensuring compliance and regulatory standards are adhered to whilst providing a fantastic customer service to new joiners and existing colleagues. The role will also involve M&A integration work and investigation and adoption of new flexible benefits working closely with HR Business Partners to ensure Jensten is a great pace to work and be rewarded for that work.
You will be based at our Huntingdon office with the flexibility of hybrid working.
Key responsibilities of Payroll & Benefits Manager:
- Lead the payroll process, end-to-end, both monthly and annually, ensuring accuracy, compliance and regulatory changes are adhered to.
- Ensure documentation of processes and keep updated in a timely manner, including across payroll and benefit management
- Review and verify payroll reports, including salaries, taxes, and deductions.
- Ownership and administration of Pento payroll software, making necessary updates and improvements. Collaborate with IT or software vendors to resolve system issues and implement enhancements.
- Address payroll-related queries and discrepancies from employees or relevant authorities.
- Alongside the HR Operations & Reward Manager, manage the Groups existing benefits proposition, supporting on reviews, renewals and spotting upcoming market trends.
- Manage the Groups Pension scheme, ensuring compliancy at all times.
- Co-ordinate the annual compensation review process.
- Stay updated with changes in payroll legislation and ensure compliance with tax regulations and reporting requirements
- Act as M&A lead for any integration actions that touch on payroll or benefits inc. the harmonisation of employee benefits and transfer of payroll processes.
About you
As our Payroll & Benefits Manager, you will need to have experience of managing a groups payroll and benefits for circa 1000 employee plus.
We are looking to attract somebody with proven experience of managing end-to-end payroll process seamlessly.
You’ll also be or have:
- Meticulous attention to detail and strong analytical skills
- Strong communication skills are essential, able to communicate with stakeholders
- Strong IT skills with ideally experience of Pento
- The ability to multitask, prioritise and take initiative
- Good Problem solving and investigating skills
- Knowledge of UK statutory and legislative regulations
Rewards & Benefits
When you join us, you can expect a supportive culture and an attractive range of rewards and benefits which include:
- Competitive salary with an annual pay review and bonus scheme
- Flexibility with Hybrid working options
- 27 days annual leave (includes a day off for your birthday and another for a religious holiday of your choice) plus bank holidays
- Auto enrolment into our excellent pension scheme (5% employer matched contribution)
- Flex-benefits- A range of flexible benefits to choose from, that are most important to you
- Group Life Assurance cover- a massive X4 of salary
- 3 months Maternity, Paternity & Adoption leave all fully paid
- Professional qualification study support relevant to your role and career
- Perks at work- amazing discounts on cinema tickets, meals out, luxury items etc.
- Holiday purchase scheme- up to 5 days annually
About Us:
Launched in 2018 Jensten is one of the UK's largest independent broking groups. Growing organically and through strategic acquisition we now place nearly £600m GWP into the market via our retail insurance broking, Lloyd's and London Market broking, and specialist underwriting arms.
We fill the void in the market between a consolidator and a provincial broker. We have the scale, ambition and expertise to stand out, but the people, culture and entrepreneurial DNA to maintain our client focus. Which is why we are not just one of the leading independent broking groups, we are one of the most exciting too.
And that is why you should join us!
Our goal is to have people in our Group that enjoy being part of one team with the shared commitment to delivering insurance distribution excellence. A big part of how we do this is by listening and then acting on what we hear. Our EVP work is key to maintaining and enhancing our culture and Benefits, making Jensten Group a fantastic place to work, learn and grow.
- Division
- Jensten Group
- Locations
- Huntingdon
- Remote status
- Hybrid Remote
- Employment type
- Full-time
Huntingdon
Learning and Development
We are proud of our people and their achievements. Our people are key to our sustained success and plans for organic growth.
We offer tailored L&D plans to all of our staff and are proud of our record in supporting CII training, apprenticeships and funded study packages across the Group.
We are lucky to have colleagues who have progressed and developed throughout the business and now offer valuable mentoring and guidance to our next generation of home grown talent.
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